Golf Teaching Professional

Golf Teaching Professional

East Potomac Golf Links is excited to announce the exceptional career opportunity of Teaching Professional. Qualified candidates will thrive in a hospitality environment and be highly focused on providing superior service.

East Potomac Golf Links is looking for golf teaching professionals with a PGA or USGTF (United States Golf Teachers Federation) certification. The rate paid per hour will be based on the lessons being taught and the applicant's certification. The hourly range is $40-$55 per hour. Hours will vary based on demand and time of year. Lessons will range from individual/semi-private to group lessons up to 6 players.

Compensation range: $42.95 - 57.95 (Hourly rate + commissions)

Key Responsibilities for the Teaching Professional:

• Teaches the fundamentals of the golf swing as established by the Director of Instruction.
• Leverages technology in all its forms to supplement player development curriculum including but not limited to Trackman Golf, U Schedule and Coach Now.
• Designs and implements marketing ideas to promote golf instruction and bring in additional revenues to the club.
• Oversees range set-up and equipment. Helps to maintain general upkeep of the driving range, lesson tee and storage shed.
• Promotes all club golf activities including junior golf clinics.
• Instructs and assists in the development of qualified and certified assistants. Educates teaching staff throughout the golf season with monthly clinics and/or roundtable sessions.
• Coordinates and teaches clinics on weekly basis.
• Acts as a liaison between Troon and the Club regarding golf school schedules, needs, and equipment.
• Maintains an up-to-date inventory of all teaching aids on property including video equipment.
• Assists Director of Instruction with activating all Bay Club Academy curriculum and programming.
• Assists in the creation of lesson plans.
• Responsible for interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning, and directing work, evaluating performance, rewarding, and disciplining associates; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Manages department members that may include but is not limited to: Assistant and Associate Golf Professionals and Guest Services Attendants.
• Assures that effective orientation and training are given to each new associate. Develops ongoing training programs.
• Monitors business volume forecast and plans accordingly in areas of manpower, productivity, costs and other expenses.
• Incorporates safe work practices in job performance.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

Minimum Qualifications of the Teaching Professional:

• Bachelor's degree (BA) from four-year college or university; or three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience (Multi-course facilities may require more experience).
• Class A member of PGA/LPGA
• Certification in NG360, TPI or AMPD

Other Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with computerized POS and tee time system.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.